The larger issue with the judiciary is that under Trump it has become highly politicized. Trump has packed the lower courts with young politically minded "judges" who will have a greater impact on cases making their way to the high court. The supreme court is a big issue, but the systemic issue is a larger problem. Trump appointees now account for 28% of all judges in the appellate division. The similar numbers exist in the districts. Trump and McConnell have reshaped the court into a political mechanism. The judiciary was supposed to be neutral on all issues and provide interpretation of law based on the constitution and precedence. The judiciary was to be blind and provide balance. Trump has established a judiciary with their right eye uncovered and a thumb on the scales.
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